Alert level

Alert level

An alert level is assigned to particular malware by an analyst when adding detection. It is based on a calculation that takes into account the malware's ability to spread and potential to cause damage. The different alert levels are explained here:

Microsoft Security Essentials: Understanding alert levels

Windows Defender: Understanding Windows Defender alert levels

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